Jumbo Campground
JUMBO CAMPGROUND
Part of Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
Overview
Jumbo Campground is located on the northern slope of Colorado's Grand Mesa, in the Mesa Lakes area, which is home to over 300 lakes. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing, canoeing and hiking opportunities.Facilities
The campground offers single- and double-family campsites, most of which have electric hookups. A few single sites are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.Natural Features
The campground is situated between Jumbo and Sunset Lakes along the Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway, at an elevation of 9,800 feet. A forest of mature spruce and aspen trees covers the area. Most sites have views of the lakes.A variety of wildlife, including deer and elk, frequents the area.
Recreation
Jumbo and Sunset Lakes are open to non-motorized watercraft, making each a perfect place for canoeing and fishing. Anglers cast for brown, brook and rainbow trout. Numerous additional lakes in the area provide still more fishing and canoeing opportunities, as well as beautiful scenery.The West Bench Trail No. 501 is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. This popular path stretches several miles through the surrounding area.
Nearby Attractions
The Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway offers 63 miles of scenic driving as it climbs from the rugged canyon floor, up to the forested mesa tops at 11,000 feet. The road passes sparkling lakes and meadows bursting with wildflowers. Many trailheads can be found along the byway.Grand Mesa Visitor Center is a short drive from the campground, at Island Lake. The center offers interpretive exhibits, a bookstore and a high-altitude wildflower garden containing over 50 native species.
The town of Cedaredge is 26 miles from the campground. It is home to Pioneer Town, a 19th Century village with frontier museums and more than 20 structures. A historic schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, saloon and jail can be seen in the town. Cedaredge's "Applefest" festival is held annually in October.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.Important Notices
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
- America the Beautiful annual passes are not accepted at this campground; senior and Access passes are accepted
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
Mosquitoes are abundant in the area; bring repellent
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Click here for more information on the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Canoeing
- BIKING - Mountain Biking
Directions
From Mesa, Colo., travel south on State Route 65 for about 13 miles to the campground sign. Turn right into the campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 970-268-5579
251 US Hwy 65Mesa, CO 81643
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 5, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 13, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 7, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 4, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 3, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 14, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 8, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 26, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 9, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 25, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 6, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 10, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 12, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 18, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 22, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 1, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 21, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Electric
- Site 19, Loop Jumbo Campground1-26, Type Standard Nonelectric
